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Sloopy's Diner

Chef

Columbus, OH · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Chef Athenian Hospitality Group -- Columbus, OH Full-Time, Salaried | $70,000-$100,000/year Athenian Hospitality Group is a family-owned and growing restaurant company with locations across Ohio ...

Gecko Hospitality

Executive Chef

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Executive Chef Upscale Casual Theme Are you an Executive Chef passionate about your culinary skills? Our Company is searching for a Professional Executive Chef to lead a polished culinary staff. To ...

Taher, Inc.

Sous Chef

Sugar Grove, OH · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

About the Role The Sous Chef plays a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen in a fine dining environment. This position is ...

The Capital Grille

Sous Chef

Lyndhurst, OH

$50K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ...

The Capital Grille

Sous Chef

Lyndhurst, OH

$50K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ...

The Capital Grille

Sous Chef

Lyndhurst, OH · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ...

Capital Grille

Sous Chef

Lyndhurst, OH · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ...

Brauhaus Cleveland, LLC

Sous Chef

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Hofbrauhaus Cleveland - Sous Chef Become a part of our team at Hofbrauhaus Cleveland and take pride in providing exceptional service to every guest! We are looking for friendly, professional help. As ...

Sloopy's Diner

Sous Chef

Columbus, OH

$65K - $75K/yr

Here's the Sous Chef post, same Homebase format -- no contact info. Sous Chef Athenian Hospitality Group -- Columbus, OH Full-Time, Salaried | $65,000-$75,000/year Athenian Hospitality Group is a ...

The Capital Grille

Sous Chef

Lyndhurst, OH · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef to ...

COLLIER CARE LLC

Chef

Canal Fulton, OH · On-site

  • PTO

Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a talented Chef to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating innovative menus and preparing delicious meals for ...

Gecko Hospitality

Be Seen First

Executive Chef

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Executive Chef Upscale Casual Theme Are you an Executive Chef passionate about your culinary skills? Our Company is searching for a Professional Executive Chef to lead a polished culinary staff. To ...

SMITH SEVEN LLC

Chef

Avon Lake, OH · On-site

$18/hr

Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a talented Catering Chef to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for assisting in preparing innovative menus and preparing ...

SMITH SEVEN LLC

Chef

Avon Lake, OH · On-site

$18/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a talented Catering Chef to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for assisting in preparing innovative menus and preparing ...

SMITH SEVEN LLC

Chef

Avon Lake, OH

$18/hr

Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a talented Catering Chef to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for assisting in preparing innovative menus and preparing ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our ...

Envision Cinemas Blue Ash

Sous Chef

Blue Ash, OH · On-site

$48K - $64K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Chef De Cuisine / Executive Chef / General Manager Compensation: Salary Company: Company of theaters, restaurant, and coffee shop. Envision Cinemas is a multi-screen dine in movie theater with mini ...

Mandrake Rooftop

Sushi Chef

Columbus, OH · On-site

The Sushi Chef will need to be well versed in contemporary cooking techniques like; foams, ISSI, sous vide, combination oven, curing, and hydrocolloids. By using only the finest ingredients sourced ...

Town Hall

Sushi Chef

Columbus, OH · On-site

The Sushi Chef will need to be well versed in contemporary cooking techniques like; foams, ISSI, sous vide, combination oven, curing, and hydrocolloids. By using only the finest ingredients sourced ...

Mandrake Rooftop

Sushi Chef

Columbus, OH · On-site

The Sushi Chef will need to be well versed in contemporary cooking techniques like; foams, ISSI, sous vide, combination oven, curing, and hydrocolloids. By using only the finest ingredients sourced ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef in Ohio is $23.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.01 and $29.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chef do?

A chef is a professional cook who is responsible for preparing meals, developing menus, and overseeing kitchen operations in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. Chefs ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards are met, and often manage other kitchen staff. Their duties may include ordering ingredients, maintaining inventory, and creating new recipes. Chefs may specialize in specific types of cuisine or cooking techniques. They play a key role in delivering a memorable dining experience.

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CredentialsFormal culinary training or certifications often preferredMinimal formal training, on-the-job experience common
Work EnvironmentProfessional kitchens, restaurants, hotelsVaries from home kitchens to restaurants, catering
Job ResponsibilitiesMenu planning, supervising kitchen staff, quality controlFood preparation, cooking, basic kitchen tasks
Industry UsageHigh-end restaurants, culinary institutionsWidespread across all food service settings

While both chefs and cooks work in kitchens and prepare food, chefs typically have formal training, oversee kitchen operations, and work in professional or upscale environments. Cooks usually focus on food preparation and cooking tasks, often with less formal education, and work in a variety of settings. The role of a chef involves leadership and menu development, whereas a cook primarily executes recipes and prepares dishes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chef, you need strong culinary skills, creativity in menu development, and comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, typically supported by culinary school training or relevant experience. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management software, and food hygiene certifications (such as ServSafe) is highly valuable. Exceptional organizational ability, teamwork, and leadership are critical soft skills for managing kitchen staff and maintaining a positive work environment. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality dishes efficiently, ensuring kitchen safety, and running a successful culinary operation.

What are common challenges chefs face in maintaining consistency across dishes and shifts?

Chefs often encounter challenges in ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards, particularly when managing a team with varying skill levels or during busy service periods. Maintaining consistency requires strong communication, standardized recipes, and rigorous training for all kitchen staff. Additionally, chefs must monitor ingredient quality and adapt quickly to supply changes, all while leading by example to uphold the restaurant’s reputation. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering a reliable dining experience and building trust with patrons.
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Chef

Sloopy's Diner

Columbus, OH • On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Chef
Athenian Hospitality Group — Columbus, OH
Full-Time, Salaried | $70,000–$100,000/year

Athenian Hospitality Group is a family-owned and growing restaurant company with locations across Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee. We're looking for an experienced Chef to lead the kitchen at our Columbus operation.

What we're looking for

A chef who runs a kitchen, not just a line. That means:

  • Owning the food. You set the standard for every plate that leaves the pass — consistency, seasoning, temperature, presentation — and you hold the team to it every shift, not just when it's slow.
  • Running the numbers. You order to par, control food cost and waste, manage labor against sales, and can explain why last week's cost percentage moved.
  • Building the team. You train cooks rather than just correct them. Good chefs create people who can run the kitchen when they're not there.
  • Menu development. You bring ideas — seasonal specials, better prep methods, smarter cross-utilization of product — and you can cost a dish before you sell it.
  • Keeping the standard clean. Health code, food safety, sanitation, and labeling are non-negotiable and never a scramble before an inspection.
  • Staying steady under pressure. Volume nights, a callout, a broken piece of equipment — you solve it and keep the line moving without losing your composure.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Chef, Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager in a high-volume kitchen
  • Strong knowledge of food cost, inventory, ordering, and labor management
  • Experience hiring, training, and scheduling kitchen staff
  • ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business requires
  • Scratch cooking background preferred; Mediterranean/Greek cuisine experience is a plus but not required

What we offer

  • $70,000–$100,000 annually, based on experience
  • A growing company with real advancement opportunity as we expand
  • Direct working relationship with ownership — your ideas get heard, not filtered through five layers
  • Employee meals

Apply today!

Athenian Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer.


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